2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 74 kg more than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 310 HP |
Torque | 500 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2209 kg | 2283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |